Ava Pratt and Jack Schaben win contest Story and photos by Samantha Pogue Meet Ava Pratt and Jack Schaben. Ava is a 4 1/2-month-old labradoodle, who loves to play tug-a-war with her big brother Ozzie, being chased with a ball in her mouth and going for walks. Lisa Pratt said she is growing very fast,...

Story and photos by Josie Musico Karen Helmrich is not one to be accused of making normal jewelry. Now, the area designer’s store in downtown Fulton lives up to its business name. Creating Unkamen – pronounced “uncommon” – is a jewelry and jewelry-supply company. “We were sort of an uncommon...

Story and photos by Adam Cole Editor’s Note: Food trucks are increasing in popularity around Jefferson City, offering original, delicious dishes that meet just about every taste for hungry patrons. Find out more about five local food trucks and their creative culinary treats to please anyone’s...

By Lynn Eaton, registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator Capital Region Medical Center Few health conditions are more prevalent in the news than the childhood obesity “epidemic.” As a registered dietitian, I am often called upon to speak with parents and children about ways to reduce...

Jennifer Winkelman’s passion for pups is seen both in her training work and her philanthropic efforts Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Julie Smith In the late ‘90s, Jennifer and her family faced one of the hardest times in their lives. After fighting a more than 20-year battle with cancer, Jennifer’s...

Capital City CASA therapy dog Olive has helped 100-plus children Story by Samantha Pogue Since 2016, a young 16-year-old teenage girl has worked with the Capital City Court-Appointed Special Advocates(CASA), which connects children in the legal system who have been abused, neglected or found in...

Donna and Michael Deetz’s 1860s home receives Historic Landmark status Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Julie Smith Donna Deetz has loved history, its preservation and its celebration her whole life. A St. Louis native and well traveled U.S. resident, she and her husband Michael ultimately...

Animals of all kinds find sanctuary at Where Pigs Fly Farm and Pigs Aloft Museum Story and photos by Sally Ince “When pigs fly” is what Cindy Brenneke told her brother years ago when he asked when she would return to the farm life. Yet, her love for animals did exactly that. Cindy grew up on a farm...

JC Animal Shelter volunteers help animals find their forever homes Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Julie Smith It was hard to peel 8-year-olds Raylee and Paelynn Stark, and their 4-year-old brother Graham, away from a playful young pup named Ivy. They relished in a game of fetch, running and receiving...

3 sisters ask you to ‘Break the Code’ Story and photos by Samantha Pogue It’s a door. From the outside, it causes anticipation, excitement, and nervousness. Once opened, a completely different realm awaits, as well as a flood of new emotions. Perhaps it is a medieval laboratory, riddled...